I stopped by this spot one Saturday morning after work and arrived a bit too early for their croissants. The staff kindly suggested I try their yuzu tart instead, and I'm glad I did--it was absolutely delightful. They encouraged me to come back the following week at a better time for the croissants, and I took their advice. It was well worth it. The croissant was one of the best I've ever had--perfectly made and memorable. Service was quick, and everyone I interacted with was warm, kind, and welcoming. The space itself is small and quaint, which adds to its charm. Overall, a great experience from start to finish. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you get the chance. read more

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Lucky Cat is a modern café that blends specialty coffee, matcha, and creative latte flavors into a menu that feels more experimental than a typical coffee shop. We walked into a clean, contemporary space with an Asian-inspired influence, creating a relaxed atmosphere that works well for stopping by for a drink, catching up with friends, or taking a break from the neighborhood. The design is thoughtful without being overly fussy, with enough seating to accommodate both quick stops and longer visits. The drink menu is where Lucky Cat stands out, especially with its specialty lattes that incorporate unique flavors. The Miso Maple Latte is one of the more interesting options, combining a subtle savory note from the miso with a sweeter maple flavor that makes the drink feel different without becoming overwhelming. Their matcha also stands out for having a smooth, vibrant profile with a good balance between the tea flavor and added flavors. The Miso Maple Matcha with coconut cold foam and macadamia milk is a strong choice if you want something that still lets the matcha come through while adding extra layers of flavor. The Sweet Bloom Matcha Latte brings in wildflower honey and osmanthus for a more delicate floral direction, while the hojicha latte offers a deeper roasted flavor. Each drink feels intentional, with the flavor combinations working together rather than competing. The café also puts effort into its food and smaller menu items, with options like breakfast sandwiches and sesame chia pudding adding more variety beyond drinks. The breakfast sandwich combines savory flavors with a touch of sweetness and spice, making it a good pairing with one of their lattes. The sesame chia pudding is a lighter option that fits the café's overall approach to thoughtful, balanced menu items. The food selection is not extensive, but what is available complements the drink menu well. Service is efficient and the baristas help keep the experience smooth even when the café gets busy. They are knowledgeable about the menu and willing to explain the more unusual flavor combinations, which is helpful given the range of creative options. The combination of thoughtful drinks, creative flavor combinations, and a well-designed space makes Lucky Cat feel like more than just a quick coffee stop. It is a good place to visit when you want a specialty drink that feels carefully crafted rather than a standard latte or matcha. read more

Luckycat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Came in for a yelp event last year and I finally made my way back! I love their matcha. It's never grassy tasting and it had that perfect earthy flavor to it. I opted to try their banana matcha latte and it was so good! It is on the sweeter side so I would recommend half sweet if you don't love sweet drinks. Their coffee beans are also always a hit and you can't go wrong with what you pick. The staff is always so nice. The tables are clean and there's about 12-16 seats for seating (tables with two seats per). I am itching to come back to try their black sesame latte! read more

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Finally got around to trying Luckycat! Despite it being pretty packed on a Saturday morning, the experience was nice. The inside of the shop gives a bright and relaxing energy. They ask that you do not use laptops/WFH during peak times via a prominent sign by the pick up area. Even with a line out the door, it only took about 15 minutes to order and get my beverage. I would've loved to grab one of the yummy pastries, I wasn't able to on this morning. They had a lot of options, as well as hot breakfast options (rice bowls, sandwiches) that looked incredible. I got a banana milk latte with espresso -- it was pretty good, with a very subtle hint of miso and strong banana flavor. I wouldn't get it again but their menu was filled with unique drinks I'd love to try! read more

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Cute little cafe. I got the yuzu matcha. The hojicha cookie was yummy. The lemon poppy seed was alright. Fast service.

Lucky Cat is probably one of the most interesting coffee shops I've been to. Their flavours were so intriguing and we were super excited to try them all. We got the black sesame latte, the miso maple latte, sweet bloom matcha and some bakery items as well. The black sesame latte has a strong sesame flavour and almost didn't taste like coffee. My personal fav was the miso maple. Loved the sweet and savoury combination. read more

Luckycat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This space is so cute! The staff is also nice & very quick. I ordered a matcha & it was the best matcha I had during my whole trip in Chicago! I would 100% recommend for anyone visiting or that lives in Chicago. The matcha was nice and creamy & not overly sweet. and I could tell that it was high quality!! The restroom is also very cute & very clean! Definitely will be back if I'm ever in Chicago again! 5 starrrssss read more

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Finding this store by searching matcha latte. It's a cozy and small size cafe. I visited 2 times, one for matcha latte and one for black sesame latte. They tasted okay. The dessert that really impressed me is basque cheesecake and you can choose paste - I choose black sesame and it didn't disappoint me! read more

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Cute, minimalistic shop. Excellent matcha lattes. Sandwich tastes as good as it looks, would recommend hot sauce to punch up the flavor (add the hashbrown!) Prices are what you'd expect in this area, $36 for 2 matches, one sandwich, one chia pudding. Small line when we arrived but moved quickly. And I appreciate that the Here option uses reusable utensils and glasses. Would return! read more

Luckycat was super cute and had good coffee. The shop was very busy, but the shop is on the smaller side and does not have much seating, so just consider that if you are looking for somewhere to sit for a little while! read more

Luckycat is such a welcomed addition to the neighborhood! This corner has a lot of big name stores around it, so seeing a local coffee shop is such a breath of fresh air. The inside is really cute (and tiny!) every seat when filled, so if you're looking to get some work done definitely come a little bit early to snag a seat. I went with the coconut cloud cold brew. So yummy!! The coconut cold foam isn't overly sweet, but it balances the bitterness of the cold brew really nicely. I definitely need to come back to try the miso maple latte -- it sounds delicious! read more

Luckycat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Cute space with interesting sounding drinks and food options. It's quite popular but the staff keeps things moving. There are a few tables, but they seem to go quick, so have a backup plan. I got the wallflower latte, which was very good but I'm not sure I tasted the cardamom or the orange blossom. I also got the breakfast sandwich, which was freshly made and looked amazing, but was just a bit too greasy and sweet for my taste. I'll definitely be back to try their filter coffee or cold brew next time, and one or two of their pastries. read more

Luckycat - Wallflower latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is such a cute place! There is seating and it's a very cute vibe. I tried the chicken bowl when I came and it wasn't anything that especially stood out to me. I would love to come back and try some of their drinks as it seems like that's what they're known for! read more

Luckycat - Vibes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Tl;dr: strong offerings ruined by seats always taken by WFH crowd. In my opinion, the most compelling new coffee shop opening in 2025. The drip coffees are interesting and delicious, same for the lattes, and the breakfast sandwich is one of my favorites in Chicago. In my already few trips here, the baristas have all been fantastic and friendly. The massive issue with Luckycat is the insane WFH crowd who will take up all tables for hours. Trying to come on a weekend? Forget it, unless you're happy with a grab-and-go experience. I finally went on a weekday and was surprised all tables were again taken with WFH customers. My friend and I stood at the counter for 30+ minutes to enjoy our coffee and bites. Some people walked in and immediately left. Personally as much as I love the coffee and food menu here, and the interior design is gorgeous, I no longer see the appeal until the WiFi is turned off and laptop time is limited. read more

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I was excited to try this new cafe and the interior is beautiful! Nice neutral wood tones, but I love the green tile on the bar. There is a row of seating for more small groups. I'm a matcha girlie through and through, but I also love black sesame and the staff gave me the genius idea to go a little off-menu for a matcha black sesame. The matcha was really smooth and th tea shined through, plus I enjoyed the nuttiness of the black sesame shining through. I did sub for oat milk was well which is an additional charge which is normal to most places now. I also ordered the Breakfast sandwich which was especially delicious! It feels like an elevated breakfast sandwich with the flavor profile. The egg was soft and I want that hot honey chili crisp on everything! Looking forward to coming back and trying coffee options and more menu items! The chia pudding is calling my name for next time. read more

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I came across LUCKYCAT on my TikTok feed and decided to treat myself to a beverage on a particularly rainy day. When I came in on a Wednesday late morning, it was decently full. They have a few tables, but it isn't a huge space--I could definitely see seating being an issue. However, I managed to find a spot and they do have Wi-Fi, so I was thankfully able to get some work done! I quite enjoyed my drink. I went with the Warm Sweater Matcha. I love both cardamom and matcha but had never tried the combination of the two flavors. Upon first sip, I was pleasantly surprised; they complemented each other so well, and it was such a perfect fall drink. I still think the matcha could have been stronger, but it definitely was better than other matcha spots I've tried in Chicago! They had some yummy-looking food items on the menu, so I will hopefully be back soon to try those out. Definitely adding LUCKYCAT to my list of Chicago cafes! read more

Luckycat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a cool new coffee spot in the neighborhood. I was very excited to try. The service was great - nice people working there. The cold brew was delicious (very strong actually! I felt jittery for a while after drinking- just an fyi- but still it was worth it). The only reason why I took a star off was because of the pastry selection. It was very limited and not in line with the overall theme of the cafe. Plus for la Boulangerie pastries, which we all know how much it costs, the mark up was on a higher side than other cafes that sell them (plain croissant was $6 I believe?). Also given the theme of the cafe, I thought there would be some cool Asian inspired or matcha flavored pastries which was not the case and didn't live up to the expectation read more

Luckycat - Cold brew, plain croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So happy to have a new matcha spot in Lakeview! The Sweet Bloom Matcha Latte was wonderful--beautifully made and delicious, though a bit on the pricey side. The food is alright, but I'd definitely come more for the drinks than anything else. My only complaint is the limited seating. I wish there were more spots to sit and enjoy your drink. Despite that, it's a great addition to the neighborhood for matcha lovers. I'll be back for more matcha lattes! read more

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Really enjoyed this friendly Asian-inspired coffee shop! Loved the aesthetics the moment I walked in -- clean, modern, and cozy at the same time. We tried quite a few drinks: an iced matcha latte with osmanthus, iced black sesame latte, iced radiant latte (with Taiwan black sugar and ginger), Kyoto-style cold brew with coconut cold foam, and a hot classic latte. Everything was delicious! While the coconut foam didn't pair perfectly with the deep, dark Kyoto-style cold brew, the iced matcha and rich, hearty hot classic latte were standouts. The radiant latte tasted like an Asian milk tea-meets-coffee combo in a good way. Also loved the breakfast Sammy -- the bread and the sweet-and-sour sauce were the highlights. Highly recommend adding bacon for some extra crunch and meaty texture. read more

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This is my first time here, and I got their breakfast sandwich with bacon and their matcha latte. The breakfast sandwich was very good! I loved the sweetness from the bacon since it paired well with the fluffy bread and egg. The matcha latte wasn't too bad; it was lacking a bit of sweetness and not my favorite. The service was very nice though! The cashier recommended me stuff, and she told me about the drinks. The ambiance is very aesthetically pleasing and nice! I'd definitely come here to do work or relax for a coffee session. I'll say that the breakfast sandwich is a little pricey for what you get, but it's very tasty! And the drink prices aren't back for a spot like this! I'd definitely come back to try their other drinks! read more

Luckycat - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Breakfast sandwich with thick cut bacon was fantastic, the bun was freshly toasted and the hot honey mindblown Their matcha is also one of the best I've had in the city - matcha flavor was strong read more

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I was really excited to try this spot because I had gone in with seeing a post about the matcha here being a 9 out of 10, and it hits a spot after a few sips. Aesthetics of this spot- 10/10. I love the wood touches and finishings, and also such a contrast to everything going on outside. Felt like you were whisked away to another place, another city when you stepped in. The popular drink is the miso latte which I wasn't bold enough to try. I went with the autumnal seasonal matcha drink and found that the cardamom was overpowering when the matcha itself was so subtle and rich. The classic latte would be a solid 4.5/5 for the vanilla bean and coffee combo in a hot drink for when it's windy and chilly out. Would try again another time and be bold enough for the miso drink! read more

I got the breakfast sandwhich, luckycat cookie, and gaowen tea. The hot honey chilly crisp oil made the sandwhich so good with the hint of sweetness. The bun was also good. The cookie was okay. A little too sweet with the amount of chocolate chips, wish the miso flavor was a little stronger. The gaowen tea was pleasant too - I usually like black teas. There are about 5-6 tables. Good space to do work. The main feedback I have is I wish there was a clearer display of a menu somewhere, instead of only finally being able to look at it when at the front of the line and feeling rushed to pick something. Overall nice to try. I would come back to do work or try other items. read more

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Been here twice now so sharing my honest thoughts! The space is super cute and I had heard good things so was excited to try it out. What I liked: matcha was really good!! High quality and refreshing. Definitely will be back for this. What I didn't like as much: I love the design but the space is super tight; if all the tables are full (there are only 4-5 so they probably are) there isn't really a good place to stand while you wait for your drink being made, even to take it to go. It felt kind of awkward standing in the middle of the floor, I felt very in the way even for a short minute or two. I tried the banana milk latte and it was one of the sweetest drinks I have ever tasted in my life, I literally couldn't drink it. They might be able to make it half-sweet but even for a normal drink it was quite a lot. I hope that was a one-off experience though! I think this place will be better in the summer to get a good refreshing matcha and walk around when it's nice outside. read more

So happy Lucky Cat opened up in the neighborhood! The space is adorable!!! It's cozy, clean, and super aesthetically pleasing. The vibe feels warm and welcoming, and everyone working there just seemed genuinely happy to be there. I tried the Autumn Sweater Matcha (had a nice hint of cardamom) and the Sweet Bloom Matcha Latte with macadamia milk loved the subtle osmanthus flavor (my fav) . The matcha itself tasted authentic, and you can tell the baristas/cashiers all enjoyed working there and they spent time to do latte art for us! I'm just so happy to see another mom and pop coffee shop to open up in the neighborhood, north Chicago doesn't have enough cafes imo. Esp stoked that it specializes in tea and matcha type drinks read more

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So glad a matcha place opened near me!! I feel like the quality of matcha at coffeeshops in general has fallen recently, however I'm never disappointed when I come to Lucky Cat! Every time I come I get something different, but I really enjoy the flavored matcha drinks with the macadamia nut milk. The servers are always very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. The cafe itself is so cute, and plenty of seating for studying or working remotely. I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a cafe and a good matcha in the area!! read more

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I've been following this brand for a couple of years, from way back when they did pop-ups at Boonies. The drinks are delicious and unique and the merch is Highly recommend to check out the single origin coffee beans as well. It seems like they're super thoughtful about where they source and roast. I've never had coffee from China before. The medium roast tastes almost like tea, it's so fragrant and lovely. read more

Luckycat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The banana milk is light and blends well with the houjicha. I do wish it had a bit more banana flavor but I would get again. Everything is a bit more on the expensive side. $8.39 for the latte. Wanted to get a breakfast sandwich but didn't want to spend $10+ at the moment for a small sandwich and wanted a more full meal. read more

Luckycat - Banana milk latte with houjicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great Iced Latte. Beautiful, modern and earthy interior design. Friendly and quick service. Hopefully I get to try more items and make a more well rounded review. But definitely want to come back and would recommend this place to others! read more

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I ordered a black sesame latte and a breakfast sandwich. The sandwich was so good! And the inside vibe was super chill during my visit on a weekday morning. read more

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The absolute sweetest servers!! They're sooo kind and incredibly accommodating. I ordered the black sesame cortado, and it was honestly one of the best cortados I've had in a long time, especially since being in Chicago. They offer really unique and creative coffee combinations, which I love. I wasn't blown away by the breakfast sandwich, but the coffee more than makes up for it. The space has bright, welcoming lighting, and while there isn't a ton of seating, you could definitely sit down and get some work done. The baristas are truly amazing and make the whole experience even better. read more

A great addition to the neighborhood, Lucky Cat offers unique coffee options, breakfast items, and local pastries. We came here on a Sunday morning to study and get some work done. It is a smaller location so there wasn't many spots, but we were lucky enough to find one. We tried: - Black Sesame Latte - Sweet Bloom Matcha Latte - Breakfast Sandwich - Chocolate Hazelnut Muffin The coffee was flavorful, the sesame came through nicely. I'm not a fan of matcha but was told the sweetness helped. The breakfast sandwich was very tasty, the hot honey chili crisp was a nice touch. I'll definitely come back! read more

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The service was awesome and the space is super cute! I went there on a Sunday afternoon so it was very busy and we didn't get to sit down to drink our coffees. The coffee was really good. I had a latte and it was rich and smooth. I would def come back read more

Luckycat - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Had the banana milk latte and was underwhelmed. They also only have a 12 oz option. There are lots of choices for pastries and some tables to work from, but better options in Lakeview East personally. read more

food: i got the signature latte was good but not worth its price, can get similar coffee for cheaper. the breakfast sandwich was special though and was very good. i liked the glaze they used service: staff was nice, things came out fast ambiance: not a ton of room but i enjoy the interior, gets pretty busy so will be loud read more

Luckycat - breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cute , urban vibe, modern coffee spot. Skip the Starbucks across the street and give this place a try for something more unique and modern. Good latte , good coffee, interesting pastries and menu items . read more

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Cute, cozy cafe. I've walked by and missed it before. Coconut cold brew was disappointing but the traditional latte was excellent. Service was great. Nice addition to the neighborhood. read more

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So cute! I had a lovely orange spiced latte and the sweet, spicy, very filling breakfast sandwich. Perfect breakfast on a chilly day. Cafe is stylishly designed, and I also purchased some of their premium roast beans to make pour-overs at home with. read more

Luckycat - The oft-raved-about breakfast sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I got a black sesame latte iced with oat milk. This was almost $9. There was limited to no black sesame flavor. The layout was not efficient which had the line out the door with just 3 people in line. This is a cute space but not enough seating room and you are definitely paying for the aesthetic. I was also surprised that this coffee shop did not have half-decaf option and that their milk substitute options were an additional $1. read more

Luckycat - black sesame latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Drinks: 4.5/5 We got the autumn matcha latte and Osmanthus. They were delicious and the ratio of matcha to milk is perfect. It wasn't too sweet which I find rare. Overall the matcha is standard but doesn't blow me away. Service:5/5 Fast and friendly, good recommendations. Ambiance:4/5 Good luck finding a seat. Limited indoor space. It is cute inside. You will touch elbows with the person next to you. read more

Luckycat - Autumn Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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